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Newspaper
Fayetteville News
Location
Fayetteville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1908
Page
8
Announcement from J W Wise seeking the Democratic nomination for Solicitor General of the Flint Circuit. He pledges to serve to the best of his ability and asks voters for their support in the upcoming primary.
To the voters of the Flint Circuit E M Smith announces his candidacy for Solicitor General amid a possible primary ordered by the executive committee. He pledges to perform the duties to the best of his ability if elected and asks for support from white voters.
J M Strickland of Griffin Georgia announces candidacy for Solicitor General of the Flint Circuit and asks voters for support and their vote in the upcoming election. The local notice presents a concise political appeal from a named candidate.
A scanned notice shows John K K Longino announcing his candidacy for the position of lax collector in Kayette county subject to the rules of the Democratic committee. He earnestly solicits the support of the people and closes with respectful regard.
A resident announces candidacy for Jayette county tax collector under Democratic Executive Committee rules seeking support from fellow citizens.
A candidate advertises for Fayette County Tax Collector under Democratic Executive Committee rules. The letter asserts willingness to faithfully perform duties if elected and signs as Inc. R, Laooks.
A Fayette County voter announces candidacy for Tax Collector in the upcoming June 4 primary. The candidate notes Confederate service in Co. I of the first Ga. Reserves and cites Fayetteville ties, promising to discharge duties to the best of ability. E. G. Uncford signs the statement.
To the voters of Fayette county I announce myself as a candidate for Tax Receiver in the Democratic Primary on June ?, 1 have had no previous county office and seek the post to fulfill duties to the best of my ability. I appreciate your support and will work to uphold the office. Yours truly W. U. Moore
A candidate for Fayette county treasurer declares poverty and lack of assets, appealing for votes in the Democratic primary. He promises to discharge duties faithfully if elected and signs as Jos. N. Banks, urging broad support from all county residents.
A. A. Turner announces candidacy for Fayette County Treasurer, subject to the Democratic Executive Committee primary. He states he has never sought office before and seeks support, pledging to perform the duties to the best of his ability if elected.
O. W. Whatley declares his bid for sheriff of Fayette County, subject to Democratic committee rules. He emphasizes fitness, a wish for office rotation, native roots, and promises of a vigorous, fearless, honest tenure. He respectfully solicits votes and pledges not to disappoint voters.
Candidate for re election as sheriff pledges continued service and accountability. He notes paying about $900 into the county treasury during his term and thanks supporters for past backing, urging continued confidence in his record and leadership.
T J Mitchell announces candidacy for Sheriff of Fayette County subject to the Democratic Executive Committee primary. He asserts he will perform his duty if elected and presents his past record for scrutiny.
MiLes Brown announces candidacy for tax collector noting he is affected and unable to meet voters in person. He asks for support and pledges faithful service, pointing to his past record as proof of qualification.
J J Davis announces candidacy for Fayette County Ordinary under the rules of the primary election process. He asks for support and promises to perform the duties of the office to the best of his ability if elected.
J R Murphy announces candidacy for Ordinary of Fayette County subject to committee rules. He solicits votes and pledges to perform duties to the best of his ability if elected, thanking supporters and asserting service to the community.
R H Thompson runs for Tax Receiver under Democratic Executive Committee rules. He thanks supporters for past favors and pledges a vigorous, fearless, honest discharge of duty if re-elected.
J W Spratlin announces candidacy for Tax Receiver in Fayette County Democratic Primary set for June 4 1908. He previously held the office in 1901 and 1902 and asks voters support to again serve taxpayers and continue his prior duties.
Will T. Norton announces candidacy for county Treasurer in the Democratic primary subject to committee rules. He thanks supporters for past help and asks voters to elect him to one more term in office.
M U Pyron declares for county treasurer under Democratic committee rules. He states he is a poor man who has lived in the county over forty years and pledges to discharge his duty faithfully if elected.
A candidate announces run for County Treasurer subject to the Democratic primary. The 83 year old candidate notes one eye and pledges service to the people of the county, asking for support from fellow party members and all residents.
A Civil War veteran and Fayville County treasurer candidate appeals for support before the June 4 primary. He describes a near fatal wound that left him with one leg and crutches, rendering him unable to earn a living and asking fellow citizens for vote and influence.
A candidate announces intent to represent the county in the legislature and oppose Democratic Primary rules. He pledges to serve to the best of his ability, seek public credit, and support measures for the people while opposing what harms them.
A clipped political appeal urges the audience to vote for R P Minter while praising local figures and expressing respect for families and veterans. The fragment hints at a bid to win office amid wartime rhetoric and community loyalty.
J S Thornton declares his candidacy for Representative of Fayette County under the Democratic rules for the June 4 primary. He pledges to support pensions, restrict outflow of state funds, curb cross state damage suits, boost common school funding, and govern with conservative fairness for all residents.
Democratic voters are urged to support WM. J. SPHER for State Treasurer in the June 4 primary. The candidate cites over twenty years of service in the office and pledges faithful attention and public scrutiny, urging trust in a proven administration.
Mothers are advised to obtain Bees Laxative Cough Syrup from their dealer. The gentle laxative is said to expel polaris from the system naturally, cut phlegm, and clear the head. Guaranteed by Fayetteville Drug Co.
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